Schedule and injury data last checked: August 14, 2026
The Commanders and Eagles meet twice in 2026, with Washington traveling to Philadelphia for a Week 1 showdown before hosting the Eagles in a Week 8 rematch. Here are the Commanders vs Eagles schedule, latest injuries, roster changes, matchup analysis, recent scores, and rivalry history.
Commanders vs Eagles 2026 Schedule
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | TV / Streaming | Venue |
| Week 1: Commanders at Eagles | Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 4:25 p.m. | FOX | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia |
| Week 8: Eagles at Commanders | Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 8:20 p.m. | NBC / Peacock | Northwest Stadium, Landover, MD |
The NFL’s official Week 8 schedule lists Eagles at Commanders as its Sunday Night Football game. Philadelphia’s official schedule also confirms the November 1 kickoff and NBC broadcast.
Week 1 Preview: Commanders at Eagles
| Detail | Info |
| Date | Sunday, September 13, 2026 |
| Time | 4:25 p.m. ET |
| TV | FOX |
| Venue | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia |
Key storyline: Washington opens the season on the road without star left tackle Laremy Tunsil, who tore his triceps during a training-camp pass-rush drill in early August and is expected to miss a significant stretch of the season. Philadelphia enters as back-to-back NFC East champions but is breaking in a retooled receiver room after trading away A.J. Brown.
What to watch: Washington’s offensive-line protection in front of Jayden Daniels, especially in obvious passing situations, versus a Philadelphia defense built around pressure and turnover creation. Philadelphia must also prove it can replace Brown’s target volume with DeVonta Smith, its tight ends, and the running game.
Week 8 Preview: Eagles at Commanders
| Detail | Info |
| Date | Sunday, November 1, 2026 |
| Time | 8:20 p.m. ET |
| TV / Streaming | NBC / Peacock |
| Venue | Northwest Stadium, Landover, MD |
Key storyline: The rematch falls immediately after Washington’s Week 7 bye, giving the Commanders extra preparation time before a nationally televised home game. A Week 8 return is possible for injured players such as Tunsil and Jonathan Greenard, but neither had a confirmed return date as of the last update.
What to watch: Whether Washington’s offense has found stability up front by November, and whether Philadelphia’s defense is fully assembled after Greenard’s missed training-camp work.
Latest Commanders vs Eagles Score
The latest Commanders vs Eagles result was a 24–17 Washington win at Philadelphia on January 4, 2026, in Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season. Both teams rested many regular starters; Washington quarterback Josh Johnson led the Commanders’ reserve-heavy lineup to the victory.
| Stat | Commanders | Eagles |
| Total yards | 274 | 307 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Third-down efficiency | 6-for-11 | 6-for-14 |
| Time of possession | 34:09 | 25:51 |
Recent Commanders vs Eagles Results
| Date | Result | Location |
| January 4, 2026 | Commanders 24, Eagles 17 | Lincoln Financial Field |
| December 20, 2025 | Eagles 29, Commanders 18 | Northwest Stadium |
| January 26, 2025- 2024 season NFC Championship Game | Eagles 55, Commanders 23 | Lincoln Financial Field |
| December 22, 2024 | Commanders 36, Eagles 33 | Northwest Stadium |
| November 14, 2024 | Eagles 26, Commanders 18 | Lincoln Financial Field |
Philadelphia’s December 20, 2025 win clinched its second consecutive NFC East title- the division’s first repeat champion in 21 years. Washington’s January 4 victory came a fortnight later in a Week 18 game in which both teams held out many established starters.
Commanders vs Eagles Injuries
Read More: War Machine 2026
Commanders injury report
| Player | Injury | Status | Last update |
| Laremy Tunsil, LT | Torn triceps | Expected to miss significant time; no confirmed return date | August 9, 2026 |
| Jayden Daniels, QB | 2025 dislocated non-throwing elbow | Fully cleared for offseason activities | March 31, 2026 |
| Bobby Wagner, LB | Knee issue late in 2025 | No publicly reported 2026 restriction in the latest available update | August 14, 2026 |
Eagles injury report
| Player | Injury | Status | Last update |
| Jonathan Greenard, EDGE | Pectoral strain | Began camp on PUP; Week 1 availability uncertain | August 11, 2026 |
As of August 11, Greenard was expected to miss at least another couple of weeks of practice. Philadelphia has said the pectoral injury is not considered long-term, but its pass rusher’s availability for Week 1 remains uncertain.
Roster Changes
Philadelphia’s most consequential offseason move was trading A.J. Brown to the New England Patriots on June 1, 2026, in exchange for a 2028 first-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick. The Eagles now lean more heavily on Jalen Hurts, DeVonta Smith, Saquon Barkley, and their supporting targets.
Philadelphia also signed Greenard to strengthen its pass rush, though his training-camp injury has delayed his integration. Washington’s major roster concern is its left-tackle reshuffle after Tunsil’s injury.
2025 Season Comparison
| Category | Commanders | Eagles |
| Final record | 5–12 | 11–6 |
| NFC East finish | 4th | 1st |
| Head-to-head | 1–1 | 1–1 |
| Postseason | Missed playoffs | Made playoffs |
Philadelphia’s 2025 record and division title provide the stronger baseline entering 2026. Washington’s record was shaped by Jayden Daniels’ missed time and a late-season quarterback rotation.
Key Players and X-Factors
| Team | Player | Why he matters |
| Commanders | Jayden Daniels, QB | His health, mobility, and ability to create outside structure determine Washington’s offensive ceiling. |
| Commanders | Laremy Tunsil, LT | His absence changes Washington’s protection plan against elite edge pressure. |
| Commanders | Bobby Wagner, LB | Veteran communication and run-defense leadership remain central against Barkley. |
| Eagles | Jalen Hurts, QB | Philadelphia needs Hurts to distribute efficiently after A.J. Brown’s departure. |
| Eagles | Saquon Barkley, RB | The focal point of Philadelphia’s run game and a matchup problem for Washington’s front seven. |
| Eagles | DeVonta Smith, WR | Poised for a larger role in the offense without Brown. |
| Eagles | Jonathan Greenard, EDGE | His health will affect Philadelphia’s ability to pressure Daniels without blitzing. |
This section uses current roster context and 2025 baseline performance; 2026 player statistics should be added after games are played.
Commanders vs Eagles Prediction
Philadelphia holds the pregame edge for Week 1 because it is at home, comes off an 11–6 division-winning season, and faces a Washington line missing Tunsil. Washington’s path to an upset is clear: Daniels must avoid negative plays, the defense must limit Barkley’s early-down production, and the Commanders need to win the turnover battle.
This is a matchup assessment, not a guaranteed outcome. The Week 8 rematch should be evaluated again once both clubs have played seven games and their injury situations are clearer.
Who Has the Edge?
| Area | Edge | Why |
| Quarterback experience | Eagles | Jalen Hurts has the more established postseason résumé. |
| Quarterback upside | Commanders | A healthy Daniels can change a game with both passing and rushing. |
| Offensive line, Week 1 | Eagles | Washington enters without Tunsil. |
| Run game | Eagles | Barkley remains the central advantage. |
| Recent result | Commanders | Washington won 24–17 on January 4, 2026, though both teams rested many starters. |
| 2025 team baseline | Eagles | Philadelphia went 11–6 and repeated as NFC East champion. |
Philadelphia has the clearer overall edge entering Week 1. Washington has the quarterback upside and rivalry familiarity to narrow the gap, particularly if Daniels is protected and the Commanders create extra possessions.
Eagles vs Commanders History
A widely cited current tally lists Washington ahead 91–88–6 in the all-time series through the January 4, 2026 meeting. Historical series totals can differ between databases because of franchise-era and historical-record conventions, so the figure should be rechecked against an official league or team record before publication.
Rivalry Timeline
- 1934– First meeting between the franchises.
- 1938–1942– Washington wins 11 straight games in the series.
- November 12, 1990– Philadelphia wins 28–14 in the injury-heavy game later called the “Body Bag Game.” Use the nickname only as historical context: several Washington players left injured after Eagles coach Buddy Ryan’s pregame rhetoric.
- 2010– Philadelphia defeats Washington 59–28 in the game commonly known as the “Monday Night Massacre.” Michael Vick throws for 333 yards and four touchdowns.
- January 26, 2025– Philadelphia defeats Washington 55–23 in the 2024 season NFC Championship Game.
- 2025 season– The teams split two regular-season meetings: Philadelphia wins December 20, 2025; Washington wins January 4, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the Commanders play the Eagles in 2026?
Washington visits Philadelphia on September 13, 2026, in Week 1. Philadelphia visits Washington on November 1, 2026, in Week 8.
What channel is Eagles at Commanders in Week 8?
NBC will broadcast the game at 8:20 p.m. ET on November 1, with Peacock carrying the stream.
What was the latest Commanders vs Eagles score?
Washington beat Philadelphia 24–17 on January 4, 2026.
Is Laremy Tunsil playing in Week 1 against the Eagles?
No. Tunsil suffered a torn triceps in August training camp and is expected to miss significant time. No return date has been confirmed.
Is Jayden Daniels healthy for 2026?
Yes. Washington said Daniels was fully cleared for offseason activities after his 2025 elbow injury.
Will Jonathan Greenard play against Washington in Week 1?
His status is uncertain. He began training camp on PUP with a pectoral strain and was still expected to miss at least another couple weeks of practice as of August 11.
Did the Eagles trade A.J. Brown?
Yes. Philadelphia traded Brown to New England on June 1, 2026.
Who leads the all-time Eagles vs Commanders series?
Washington is commonly listed as the series leader, 91–88–6 through the January 4, 2026 meeting. Verify the current total against an official record before publication because historical databases can differ.
Did the Eagles win the NFC East in 2025?
Yes. Philadelphia clinched its second consecutive NFC East title on December 20, 2025, becoming the division’s first repeat champion in 21 years.
